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Current Date And Time In Rothenburg, Switzerland

Monday, 10 August 2026
03:04:08 CEST
State: Lucerne
Currency: Swiss Franc (CHF)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (CEST)
District: Hochdorf District

🗺 Map of Rothenburg, Lucerne, Switzerland – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Rothenburg, a city in Lucerne, Switzerland, located in Europe. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Rothenburg β€” all essential for geographic navigation, logistics planning, GIS integration and location intelligence workflows. View the live satellite map to explore terrain, streets and urban structure of Rothenburg.

Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into Europe • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for Switzerland operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Rothenburg, Lucerne

📍 LATITUDE
47.096°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
8.272°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)47.0957° N8.2723° E
Signed Decimal Degrees47.09578.2723
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)47° 5' 44" N8° 16' 20" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)47° 5.7396' N8° 16.3368' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Rothenburg Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:15 AM
🌅 SUNSET
08:48 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
14h 32m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:32 PM
Calculated for today (10 Aug 2026) from Rothenburg’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

🌐 Rothenburg’s Global Position — Equator, Prime Meridian & Antipode

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
5,243 km
(3,258 mi) • Rothenburg is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
627 km
(390 mi) • Rothenburg is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
47.096° S, 171.728° W
The point exactly opposite Rothenburg through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Rothenburg, you'd surface nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, about 513 km from the exact antipodal point — most of the Earth's surface opposite any given point is open ocean, so an exact land match is rare.

📊 Geographic Profile of Rothenburg

📍 Location Details

CityRothenburg
StateLucerne (Luzern)
CountrySwitzerland
ContinentEurope
DistrictHochdorf District
Time Zone+01:00

📈 Area & Population

GPS (DD)47.0957, 8.2723

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Rothenburg

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Lucerne
Parent Country: Switzerland

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Rothenburg to each nearby city, calculated using the Haversine formula. Estimated travel time is based on a standard drive speed of 60 km/h. Use this data for delivery routing, courier zoning and last-mile logistics planning around Lucerne.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
EmmenLucerneS2 km1 mi~2m🗺 View
LittauLucerneS5 km3 mi~5m🗺 View
NeuenkirchLucerneW5 km3 mi~5m🗺 View
EbikonLucerneE5 km3 mi~5m🗺 View
LuzernLucerneSE6 km4 mi~6m🗺 View
BuchrainLucerneE6 km4 mi~6m🗺 View

Note: Distances are straight-line (great-circle) between city centers. Actual road distances and travel times will vary based on route and traffic conditions.
Some cities listed above (particularly those on islands or across large water bodies) may not be reachable by direct road — ferry or air travel may be required for those destinations.

🚗 Distance from Rothenburg to Capitals

NATIONAL CAPITAL • Bern
66 km (41 mi)
W of Rothenburg • ~1h 6m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Lucerne

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in Lucerne, the home state of Rothenburg, along with each city's aerial distance from Lucerne, Lucerne's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Luzern47.0505° N8.3064° E437 m-🗺 View Map
Emmen47.0782° N8.2733° E464 m-🗺 View Map
Kriens47.0311° N8.2855° E476 m-🗺 View Map
Littau47.05° N8.2627° E509 m-🗺 View Map
Horw47.0169° N8.3096° E441 m-🗺 View Map
Ebikon47.0794° N8.3404° E437 m-🗺 View Map
Sursee47.1709° N8.1111° E503 m-🗺 View Map
Hochdorf47.1684° N8.2918° E491 m-🗺 View Map
Willisau47.1218° N7.9942° E558 m-🗺 View Map
Meggen47.0469° N8.3747° E476 m-🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
ZΓΌrich Airport
IATA: ZRH
45 km (28 mi) from Rothenburg
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🌍 Rothenburg Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Rothenburg Matter

The exact GPS location of Rothenburg gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Lucerne. These coordinates power satellite-based navigation, geofencing for local delivery fleets, sales territory boundaries and proximity checks for a new store or branch opening. All three coordinate formats β€” DD, DMS and DDM β€” are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Lucerne state-level map data

📈 Coordinate Formats for Rothenburg Mapping

Decimal Degrees (DD) is the standard format used across web mapping APIs and dispatch software. DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) shows up in surveying records, printed maps and older GPS hardware still used by field crews. DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) is the go-to format for marine and aviation navigation. All three formats for Rothenburg are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Rothenburg

The satellite view of Rothenburg lets you check street layout, building density, land use and access roads before committing to a decision. Real estate teams use it to scout plots and assess neighborhood growth. Field service and utility crews use it to plan site visits, coverage zones and installation routes ahead of time. › View the full Switzerland map

🌎 Regional Position of Rothenburg in Lucerne

Rothenburg sits within Lucerne, Switzerland, in the Europe region. Its position relative to other cities shapes trade flow, transport access and local market reach. Location intelligence from this mapping data supports territory planning, competitor proximity analysis and coverage-gap research. › Explore nearby cities

🚚 Logistics & Route Planning with Rothenburg Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Rothenburg for last-mile delivery routing, warehouse placement analysis and freight corridor optimization. The city center provides a reliable starting point for distance calculations, zone pricing models and delivery time estimates across Lucerne. › Browse every city in Lucerne

💻 Using Rothenburg Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Rothenburg in WGS84 decimal format are compatible with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap, Mapbox, ESRI ArcGIS and all major mapping platforms. Use them for geofencing, distance-based search, map overlays and location-based dashboards. Also useful for CRM territory assignment, field service scheduling and emergency response coordination in Switzerland. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Rothenburg Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Rothenburg directly in Google Maps, navigation apps, mapping software or API integrations. Three coordinate formats are listed for maximum compatibility across tools.
🚛 Explore Nearby CitiesUse the nearby cities tool to find every town and city close to Rothenburg. Ideal for coverage planning, cross-town logistics and regional market research.
🏝 Compare Lucerne CitiesAccess the full city directory for Lucerne ranked by population, area and density for precise site comparisons and territory planning.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Rothenburg Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Rothenburg?

The GPS coordinates of Rothenburg are latitude 47.0957° and longitude 8.2723°. In directional format: 47.0957° N, 8.2723° E. These coordinates mark the center of Rothenburg in Lucerne and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Rothenburg located?

Rothenburg is a city in Lucerne, Switzerland, on the continent of Europe. It falls within Hochdorf District. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Rothenburg?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Rothenburg sits at: Latitude 47° 5' 44" N and Longitude 8° 16' 20" E. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

🗺 How can I view Rothenburg on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Rothenburg is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 47.0957, 8.2723 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Rothenburg in Lucerne. For broader context, explore the Lucerne state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Rothenburg?

The nearest airport to Rothenburg is ZΓΌrich Airport (ZRH), roughly 45 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Rothenburg?

The closest cities to Rothenburg include Emmen, Littau, Neuenkirch. See the Geographic Intelligence panel above for the full list with distances, or the nearby cities tool for a complete breakdown.

☀️ What time does the sun rise and set in Rothenburg today?

Today in Rothenburg, sunrise is at 06:15 AM and sunset is at 08:48 PM, giving a day length of 14h 32m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Rothenburg's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Rothenburg from the Equator?

Rothenburg is approximately 5,243 km (3,258 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 627 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.

🌐 What is on the exact opposite side of the Earth from Rothenburg?

The antipodal point of Rothenburg — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, roughly 513 km from the true antipode. Since about 71% of the Earth's surface is ocean, most antipodal points land in open water rather than on a named city.

🚗 How far is Rothenburg from Bern, the capital of Switzerland?

Rothenburg is approximately 66 km (41 mi) W of Bern, the national capital of Switzerland, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.